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Amongst the Mulanji district in the southern region of Malawi, Mercy Lupia, a dedicated and resilient farmer, has cultivated not only her tea crops but also a brighter future for her family. As the sole provider for her seven dependents, Mercy’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of cooperative involvement and the importance …
Cooperative Learning: Mercy Lupia’s Triumph With Crop Diversification Read More »
Earlier this month, our team had the opportunity to visit several of MAFECO’s beneficiaries and cooperative members. During this visit, we had the privilege of speaking with Minie Mangochi, a dedicated member of the Nkhatabay Highlands Coffee Cooperative and the Mzuzu Coffee Cooperative Union. After her late husband’s passing, Minie became a single, female head …
Minie Mangochi: Triumph in the Face of Adversity Read More »
In a transformative initiative, co-operatives in Malawi, supported by the MAFECO and Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada’s VOICE for Women and Girls program, are producing reusable sanitary pads. This project not only provides women with an additional source of income but also aims to break down social barriers and destigmatize menstruation . Twelve co-operatives, including …
